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30 05, 2022

The New PNSO Sinraptor Model – Join Waitlist

By Mike|2024-12-31T11:37:34+00:00May 30th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Xinchuan the PNSO Sinraptor model will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur next month (June 2022). There is no need to pre-order this figure, simply join the Everything Dinosaur waitlist for this dinosaur replica and you will receive a priority notification email when this figure is in stock.

Sinraptor dongi was formally named and described in 1994. The species name is in honour of the eminent Professor Dong Zhiming, one of China’s most celebrated palaeontologists. This exciting new for 2022 dinosaur model in the PNSO mid-size model range will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in June 2022.

The Everything Dinosaur PNSO Xinchuan the Sinraptor Waitlist

This fascinating and eagerly anticipated, new for 2022 dinosaur model in the PNSO mid-size model range will be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in June 2022. There is no need to pre-order this figure, no need to pay upfront and there is no need for a deposit, just join the Everything Dinosaur waitlist for this figure or email Everything Dinosaur to receive a no obligation, priority email alert when the dinosaur model is in stock.

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Sinraptor dongi

Sinraptor dongi was formally named and described in 1994 from fossil material associated with the Shishugou Formation located in north-western China. The Shishugou Formation has yielded numerous dinosaur and pterosaur remains and the strata is believed to have been deposited between 165 to 155 million years ago (Middle to Late Jurassic). A second species assigned to the Sinraptor genus has been named (S. hepingensis from Gao [1992]), although the exact taxonomy of this second species remains controversial as it was originally named by Gao Yangchuanosaurus hepingensis. Yanchuanosaurus and Sinraptor are closely related genera, yet their phylogeny and taxonomy has yet to be fully resolved.

The PNSO Xinchuan Sinraptor dinosaur model in lateral view. A fabulous PNSO Sinraptor model.

To join the priority waitlist, simply visit Everything Dinosaur’s PNSO Age of Dinosaurs section of its website and if you are an account holder you can join the waitlist on the PNSO Xinchuan the Sinraptor product page.

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26 05, 2022

A New PNSO Xinchuan the Sinraptor Dinosaur Model

By Mike|2024-12-31T10:37:44+00:00May 26th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

PNSO have announced that they will be adding a replica of a Sinraptor to their mid-size prehistoric animal model range. Everything Dinosaur have known about this new dinosaur model for some time and confirm that it will be in stock in just a few weeks.

Sinraptor dongi was formally named and described in 1994. The species name is in honour of the eminent Professor Dong Zhiming, one of China’s most celebrated palaeontologists.

A Chinese Theropod Dinosaur

Sinraptor (S. dongi) was named and scientifically described in 1994. The genus name translates as “Robber from China”, so it is highly appropriate for PNSO to add a replica of this Jurassic predator to their already extensive mid-size model range. The specific or trivial name honours the eminent Chinese palaeontologist Professor Dong Zhiming. Although it has the term “raptor” included in the genus name, it was not related to “raptors” (dromaeosaurs). It has been classified as a member of the Carnosauria clade, specifically a member of the Allosauroidea and within this superfamily it is defined as a metriacanthosaurid and thought to be closely related to another Chinese taxon Yangchuanosaurus.

The stunning PNSO Xinchuan the Sinraptor dinosaur model.

PNSO Xinchuan the Sinraptor Model Measurements

This new for 2022 dinosaur model measures 21.6 cm in length and the model stands around 8.3 cm tall. PNSO do not declare a scale for their mid-size models, however, team members estimate a scale of 1:35 based on the original size estimates given for the holotype specimen.

Xinchuan the Sinraptor model measures 21.6 cm long and the figure stands around 8.3 cm high.

Posters, Full-colour Booklet and an Articulated Jaw

The Sinraptor figure is supplied with a transparent, plastic support stand, a full-colour, 64-page illustrated booklet and a poster that highlights the palaeoart of Zhao Chuang. This superb dinosaur model also has an articulated lower jaw.

The PNSO Sinraptor model is supplied with a clear, plastic support stand and comes with posters and a 64-page, fully illustrated booklet.

The PNSO Xinchuan the Sinraptor dinosaur figure is supplied with a sixty-four page booklet and posters.

PNSO Xinchuan Sinraptor model has an articulated lower jaw.

Sinraptor has been classified as a member of the allosauroid group of theropod dinosaurs, specifically it has been classified as a member of the Metriacanthosauridae. The PNSO Xinchuan Sinraptor model has an articulated lower jaw.

Available from Everything Dinosaur in Just a Few Weeks

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We had known about this model for several months, as a result, we arranged to bring stock of this figure in with our next shipment of PNSO figures. We expect to have the Sinraptor model in stock along with Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus replica in just a few weeks.”

The PNSO Xinchuan Sinraptor dinosaur model in lateral view.

To view the current range of PNSO prehistoric animal models and figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs.

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19 05, 2022

Looking at the New Mordred (Nanmu Studio)

By Mike|2024-12-30T18:55:02+00:00May 19th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|8 Comments

Team members at Everything Dinosaur have been looking at the new Nanmu Studio Mordred figures whilst they await details of CE and UKCA certification from the manufacturer. Today, we are posting up some pictures of these remarkable replicas sent to us by the clever design team at Nanmu Studio.

The four Nanmu Studio Mordred figures namely top left Mordred green with base and accessories – the deluxe version (top right, centre) Mordred green standard version. The Mordred red/black version is bottom left whilst bottom right, centre is the red/black deluxe version with base and accessories. The fence accessory (sold separately) is also shown.

Nanmu Studio Mordred Figures

There are four figures to be offered, all produced in a single, one-time-only, limited production run. Nanmu Studio have also produced a fence accessory reminiscent of the security fences seen in the “Jurassic Park/Jurassic World” movie franchise. The Mordred portfolio consists of two colour variants both of which come in either the standard or a deluxe version that includes a display base and other accessories such as interchangeable horns, frills and spikes.

Nanmu Studio Mordred Portfolio

Nanmu Studio Mordred in green (172015)
The Nanmu Studio Mordred in green deluxe version with display base and accessories (172015DX)
Nanmu Studio Mordred red/black (172008)
Nanmu Studio Mordred red/black deluxe version with base and accessories (172008DX)

Mordred Model Measurements

Each of the Nanmu Studio Mordred figures measures around 43 cm in length and they stand approximately 20 cm high. When placed on a display base the model will be slightly taller. Each figure has declared scale of 1:35.

The red and black colour version of the new for 2022 Nanmu Studio Mordred figure. The manufacturer’s product code for this Nanmu Studio model is 172008.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“These are intriguing figures, and it is fantastic to see the mix of fantasy and palaeontology that has been deployed by Nanmu Studio to create these superbly detailed creatures. They remind us of the “Ultimasaurus”, a chimera created via hybridisation and genetic manipulation that is part of the movie franchise and related spin-offs back story.”

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Nanmu Studio green Mordred deluxe version.

The green colour variant Nanmu Studio Mordred figure with base (deluxe version – 172015DX).

“Ultimasaurus”

The “Ultimasaurus”, sometimes referred to as “Ultimatesaurus” is an amalgam of several different famous dinosaurs, a mixture of theropods and ornithischians. It allegedly combined the armour of the herbivorous dinosaurs Triceratops, Stegosaurus and Ankylosaurus with traits associated with Velociraptors and tyrannosaurs, most notably T. rex.

The deluxe version of this figure is supplied with a display base along with interchangeable horns, spikes and other elements of the model’s dermal armour.

The polystone base associated with the Nanmu Studio Mordred deluxe models.

The model will be made from a high grade of PVC whilst the display base will be formed from polystone.

Don’t Forget the Fence

Everything Dinosaur team members are also considering whether to import the security fence accessory that Nanmu Studio intend to manufacture. This fence accessory reminds us of the security fencing and barriers that formed the large dinosaur enclosures in the “Jurassic Park/Jurassic World” movie franchise.

The fence accessory from Nanmu Studio. The fence measures 35 cm long, stands 28 cm high and is around 8 cm wide. It represents a 1:35 scale model of the security fencing as seen in the “Jurassic Park/Jurassic World” movie franchise.

Your Opinions Please

What do you think of these figures from Nanmu Studio? Should Everything Dinosaur be stocking them? As always, we welcome feedback from our customers and blog readers.

To view the current range of Nanmu Studio prehistoric animal figures in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Nanmu Studio Models and Prehistoric Animal Figures.

17 05, 2022

A Beautiful Balloon Dinosaur

By Mike|2024-12-30T18:31:03+00:00May 17th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Photos, Press Releases|0 Comments

What do you give a team member at Everything Dinosaur as a thank you gift for their help and assistance? A balloon dinosaur of course! We received a little thank you gift, a little token of appreciation after we provided assistance. This was a very kind, it was a lovely gesture, but we were just doing our job and trying to help where we could.

Balloon dinosaur given to Everything Dinosaur.

The dinosaur balloon given to an Everything Dinosaur team member, we appreciate the kind gesture and we are grateful to receive a green tyrannosaur in balloon form. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Our little green dinosaur is currently keeping us company in the office. The balloon Tyrannosaurus rex is keeping an eye on us as we prepare articles for the Everything Dinosaur blog and get the paperwork completed so that we can pack orders for Everything Dinosaur customers.

A close-up of the fearsome looking balloon Tyrannosaurus rex that was given to Everything Dinosaur. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

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15 05, 2022

Excellent 5-Star Reviews for Everything Dinosaur

By Mike|2024-12-30T15:22:42+00:00May 15th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Press Releases|0 Comments

Last month, Everything Dinosaur received another thirty-seven 5-star customer service reviews. Every customer review received was a 5-star review. The team members at Everything Dinosaur are very grateful for all the customer feedback they receive, every review and comment is independently verified by the independent ratings company Feefo.

The consistently high customer service provided by Everything Dinosaur has permitted this award-winning mail order company to continue to maintain its Trusted Platinum Customer Service status.

Everything Dinosaur wins the Platinum Service Award.

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Genuine Customer Reviews

Here is a typical Feefo review received recently, our thanks to James for taking the time and trouble to send into Feefo his comments.

“If you’re looking for anything dinosaur related, there is nowhere better than Everything Dinosaur. These guys are passionate about what they do, and this comes across from the moment you buy your item to the moment it arrives, with multiple updates from their team. They even go as far as to send a detailed info sheet on the dinosaur you have bought, with cool little facts you may not have known about the Dino you hold in your hands (in this case it was Nanmu’s fantastic T. rex) – a great touch! Overall, a fantastic company who set a great example of what a retailer should be. Thanks guys!”

Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series Once and Future King T. rex with base

The Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series Once and Future King with Base. This was the model purchased by dinosaur model collector James.

You are most welcome James, look out for some more Nanmu Studio prehistoric animal models and figures coming into stock at Everything Dinosaur next month (June 2022).

To view the range of Nanmu Studio Jurassic Series models and figures currently in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Nanmu Studio Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals.

13 05, 2022

The New PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus

By Mike|2024-05-12T07:45:36+01:00May 13th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

PNSO will be adding a replica of the fearsome North American theropod Acrocanthosaurus (A. atokensis) to their mid-size prehistoric animal model range. Pictures of this exciting new figure have been revealed and Everything Dinosaur can announce that this model should be in stock next month (June 2022). Team members at Everything Dinosaur are looking forward to receiving the PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus dinosaur model into stock.

*PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus has an articulated lower jaw* *and it measures over 32 cm in length.*

Acrocanthosaurus atokensis

Rumours had been circulating for some time within the dinosaur model collecting community that PNSO was due to add a replica of this super-sized, Early Cretaceous carcharodontosaurid to its already extensive model range. Everything Dinosaur can now reveal that this figure will be available in the early summer.

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We are delighted to announce that an Acrocanthosaurus is being added to the PNSO model range. The company has expressed an ambition to dramatically increase the range of models that it offers and over the last two years or so, we have seen Allosaurus, Yutyrannus, Carnotaurus, Qianzhousaurus, Carcharodontosaurus and Tarbosaurus replicas added to their range and now we have a fantastic model of an Acrocanthosaurus joining the PNSO portfolio too.”

PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus Model Measurements

The PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus model measures an impressive 32.5 cm in length and the figure stands around 10.5 cm tall. Although PNSO does not declare a scale for its mid-size models, based on Acrocanthosaurus having an estimated size of 12 metres, team members at Everything Dinosaur have stated that this figure is in approximately 1:37 scale.

Acrocanthosaurus Accessories

This amazing Acrocanthosaurus (A. atokensis) comes complete with a full-colour, 64-page illustrated booklet, posters inspired by the fossil material and highlighting the artwork of Zhao Chuang. PNSO have also prepared a short video explaining how the figure was developed which can be accessed by a QR code.

PNSO Fergus the Acrocanthosaurus posters and booklet. — *The model is supplied with a clear plastic support stand, a 64-page, full-colour booklet and colour poster. A QR code on the packaging links to a short video that explains how the figure was made.*

To view the range of PNSO prehistoric animal models and figures currently in stock at Everything Dinosaur: PNSO Age of Dinosaurs Models and Figures.

4 05, 2022

New Eofauna Models Arrive

By Mike|2024-12-30T14:17:01+00:00May 4th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

The new Eofauna prehistoric animal models have arrived in stock at Everything Dinosaur. The two new additions to the exciting Eofauna range are a 1:40 scale model of Diplodocus (D. carnegii) and a 1:35 scale model of the prehistoric elephant Konobelodon (K. atticus).

Eofauna Diplodocus and Konobelodon. — The Eofauna Diplodocus (top) and the Eofauna Konobelodon (bottom) with their fact sheets. Everything Dinosaur team members research and write a fact sheet for almost all of the named prehistoric animal models they sell. The fact sheet is included in the product parcel which is then despatched to customers. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

To see the full range of prehistoric animal themed gifts and toys available, visit Everything Dinosaur’s award-winning website: Everything Dinosaur.

Eofauna Scientific Research Diplodocus carnegii

The Eofauna Scientific Research Diplodocus carnegii replica is one of the most eagerly anticipated prehistoric animal models to be released this year (2022). It is a detailed 1:40 scale representation of an iconic sauropod, which roamed North America in the Late Jurassic.

Eofauna Diplodocus carnegii model with information card — The new for 2022 Eofauna Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur model is supplied with a beautifully illustrated collector’s card. Everything Dinosaur team members helped with the hang tag and labelling for the new Eofauna Diplodocus.

Team members at Everything Dinosaur helped with the hang tag and labelling for this new Eofauna dinosaur model. The Eofauna Diplodocus is a substantial size, it measures around 62 cm in length and the head is around 11 cm off the ground.

Eofauna Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur model — It’s not a cricket bat! This is the product packaging that protects the new for 2022 Eofauna Scientific Research Diplodocus carnegii dinosaur model. The photograph provides a visual demonstration as to the size of this new for 2022 dinosaur model. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Eofauna Scientific Research Konobelodon atticus

The researchers behind the Eofauna brand have produced several scientific papers on ancient members of the diverse and temporally extensive Proboscidea. Their latest offering is a fabulous replica of a member of the Amebelodontinae subfamily – Konobelodon atticus.

*The new for 2022 Eofauna Konobelodon atticus model is supplied with a data card and Everything Dinosaur will also provide a product fact sheet with sales of this figure.*

The Konobelodon joins other prehistoric elephant models in the Eofauna range including Deinotherium, Steppe Mammoth and a Straight-tusked elephant (Palaeoloxodon antiquus). The Eofauna Scientific Research Konobelodon model has a declared scale of 1:35, the figure measures 23 cm long and stands around 11 cm high.

Eofauna Models

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur commented:

“We are delighted to welcome into stock the Konobelodon and Diplodocus figures. There are the eighth and ninth models respectively in what is a growing range of Eofauna replicas.”

To view the new Eofauna Diplodocus and Konobelodon models plus the rest of the Eofauna range in stock at Everything Dinosaur: Eofauna Scientific Research Models.

2 05, 2022

The New Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “TUSK” King T-REX Requiem

By Mike|2024-12-30T14:11:25+00:00May 2nd, 2022|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

Rebor have announced that they will be adding another scale model of a T. rex to their extensive product range. The figure called Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX Requiem is expected to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the summer (2022).

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex "TUSK" King T-REX Requiem — The new for summer 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX Requiem dinosaur model. A fabulous model of a T. rex from Rebor in 1:35 scale. The image shows this exciting new dinosaur model in an oblique lateral view.

A New Rebor T. rex Model

The new Tyrannosaurus rex figure has an articulated lower jaw, a flexible tail and the front limbs are also articulated. A clear plastic support stand is included with this model to help keep the figure stable when on display.

T. rex Model Measurements

The Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T. rex requiem is the same size as the recently announced Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” mountain version. It measures approximately 40.5 cm in length and has a head height of around 14 cm. The model has a declared scale of 1:35. The “Tusk” and “Kiss” replicas are the same sculpt, but they have different colour schemes.

For prehistoric animal models and figures, visit the award-winning Everything Dinosaur website: Prehistoric Animal Figures.

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex "TUSK" King T-REX requiem (dorsal view) — *The Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX requiem seen in dorsal view. The detailed colour scheme of this 1:35 scale model can be clearly seen in this view.*

Expected in Stock at Everything Dinosaur Late June/July 2022

This exciting new addition to the Rebor portfolio is expected to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur at the same time as the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” mountain version (late June/July 2022).

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that due to international shipping issues it was not possible to confirm a date when these beautiful, figures would be in stock, but it was reaffirmed that the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain version and the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX requiem would probably arrive together in late June or July 2022.

It is not known whether the introduction of “Tusk” will seal the fate of the iconic 2015 Rebor King T-REX replica, leading it to be retired and withdrawn from production.

Rebor "TUSK" King T-REX requiem. — *The Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Tusk” King T-REX requiem figure.*

The spokesperson added:

“We are looking forward to stocking both these fantastic tyrannosaur figures.”

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1 05, 2022

The Beautiful Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “KISS” Mountain

By Mike|2024-12-30T14:05:31+00:00May 1st, 2022|Categories: Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Everything Dinosaur Products, Main Page, Photos of Everything Dinosaur Products, Press Releases|0 Comments

Rebor have announced that they will be adding a new scale model of a Tyrannosaurus rex to their range. The figure called Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain colour version is expected to be in stock at Everything Dinosaur in the summer (2022).

Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “KISS” Mountain — *The new for 2022 Rebor T. rex “Kiss” 1:35 scale dinosaur model figure in the mountain colour variant.*

Many Years of T. rex Model Production

The first figures that Rebor put into production back in 2014 were members of the superfamily Tyrannosauroidea. Firstly, there was a replica of Yutyrannus huali (Y-REX) and this was followed shortly afterwards by the launch of the iconic Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex (King T. rex) model.

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The latest tyrannosaur incarnation to come out of the Rebor design studio is the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss”, the mountain version.

Rebor "Kiss" T. rex figure (mountain version). — *The Rebor 1:35 scale tyrannosaur figure “Kiss”, the mountain version in lateral view.*

The Mountain Version Model Measurements

Rebor have been keen to maintain their standard 1:35 scale for this new tyrannosaur. The new for 2022 Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “KISS” Mountain version measures around 40.5 cm in length and that beautifully detailed, sculpted head stands some 14 cm high. The figure should display well with other Rebor tyrannosaur replicas as well as the recently introduced Rebor Saurophaganax maximus Notorious Big dinosaur models.

Expected in Stock at Everything Dinosaur Late June/July 2022

A spokesperson from Everything Dinosaur explained that due to global shipping issues a firm date when this amazing T. rex figure would be in stock was difficult to provide at this time, but it was stated that the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain version was likely to be in stock late June or July 2022.

The spokesperson added:

“This is a truly spectacular figure and we have already had lots of customers enquiring about it after images were released on social media. We are looking forward to adding the Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” Mountain version to the range of Rebor models and figures we stock.”

Rebor "Kiss" T. rex in the mountain colour scheme (dorsal view). — *A dorsal view of the superb, Rebor Tyrannosaurus rex “Kiss” in the mountain colour scheme. The model has been superbly painted.*

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29 04, 2022

A Fascinating New Book “Paleontology an Illustrated History”

By Mike|2024-12-30T10:09:20+00:00April 29th, 2022|Categories: Adobe CS5, Book Reviews, Dinosaur Fans, Everything Dinosaur News and Updates, Main Page, Photos, Press Releases|0 Comments

Everything Dinosaur team members are looking forward to reading and then reviewing a new book by renowned author Professor David Bainbridge that charts the development of the science of palaeontology using classical and contemporary scientific illustrations. The book is entitled “Paleontology an Illustrated History”.

The front cover of “Palaeontology an Illustrated History” by David Bainbridge a comparative anatomist in the Department of Physiology, Development and Neuroscience at the University of Cambridge. Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur.

Picture credit: Everything Dinosaur

Lavishly Illustrated

This lavishly illustrated volume, published by Princeton University Press: Princeton University Press examines how art and illustrators have informed both academia and the general public about fossil discoveries and scientific research. It is lavishly illustrated, the author providing a beautifully crafted examination of the art and science of palaeontology from the ancient Greek civilisation right up to the modern day with its techniques of three-dimensional modelling, computed tomography and scanning electron microscopy.

The Neave Parker Megalosaurus illustration (1960) on a postcard available from the London Natural History Museum in the 1970’s.

The book “Paleontology an Illustrated History” highlights the contribution to palaeoart made by figures such as the English artist Neave Parker. Neave Parker created iconic images of dinosaurs in collaboration with the scientists at the British Museum (now the London Natural History Museum). The book looks at the contribution made to scientific illustration by artists such as Burian, Zallinger and Charles Knight.

It also includes full colour plates of stunning fossil discoveries as well as biographies of the palaeontologists who have helped shape our view of ancient lifeforms and ecosystems.

Team members at Everything Dinosaur are looking forward to reading this exciting book and providing a more detailed review.

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